Chapter 38 Between People
Zhenhua University.
He Lan hung the washed clothes on the balcony, turned around and went back inside. She heard Jiang Linxian and Xu Mingyue discussing that they were going to check out a newly opened coffee shop this weekend.
"Lanlan, are you coming with us?" Xu Mingyue asked.
“I’m not going. My younger brother from my hometown is coming over, and I need to treat him to a meal,” He Lan said.
"A younger brother from the same hometown?" Jiang Linxian asked. "I remember your home is in the city. How could you have a younger brother from the same hometown?"
He Lan explained, "My dad grew up in the countryside, so I lived at my grandma's house for many years when I was a child. I only went back to the city when I started elementary school, but I would still go back to stay for a while every winter and summer vacation."
"Wow, is your fellow villager's younger brother handsome?" Xu Mingyue immediately asked, "How tall is he?"
“He’s very ordinary-looking, don’t even think about it,” Helan said immediately. “I haven’t seen him for over a year. He’s coming here this time, so I can finally meet him.”
Jiang Linxian asked, "How old is he?"
"Nineteen, graduated from high school last year."
"Where does he go to university?" Xu Mingyue asked curiously.
“He—” He Lan said somewhat awkwardly, “He went to work after graduating from high school. He didn’t go to university and didn’t pass the entrance exam.”
"Oh." Xu Mingyue also felt a little embarrassed. "Okay."
“You should avoid associating with people like that; you’re not even in the same circle,” Jiang Linxian said, her tone full of disdain for her fellow villager, He Lan.
“We’ve known each other since we were kids, how can we not be in the same circle?” Helan rolled her eyes at Jiang Linxian with displeasure and said, “Why are you so calculating?”
Jiang Linxian: "It's not that I'm materialistic, it's just that this world is so realistic. You're in college now, and he's already working outside. When you start working, he'll still be working. Your social circles and work environments will be completely different, and the income gap will only widen. You'll see the difference then."
“Even so, we’ve been friends since we were little.” Jiang Linxian’s words made Helan very uncomfortable. “Don’t say things like that to me again. I don’t like hearing it.”
"Whatever you want," Jiang Linxian said.
"Alright, you two stop arguing," Xu Mingyue said helplessly. "Everyone has different values, what's there to argue about? Lanlan, Lu Yanhe should be starting his live stream soon, why don't you go watch it?"
Helan: "Ah, right!"
Jiang Linxian looked incredulous: "What? Helan, you're actually watching Lu Yanhe's live stream? What's so interesting about his live stream?"
Helan answered confidently, "His face."
Jiang Linxian: "..."
Xu Mingyue couldn't help but burst out laughing.
“That’s just how Lanlan is, why do you always question her?” Xu Mingyue said to Jiang Linxian. “Anyway, Lu Yanhe just focuses on doing problems when he’s live streaming, so let Lanlan watch if she wants.”
“Every night I turn on the live stream and leave it there. I do my own thing, and every now and then I glance up at him. It feels like my boyfriend is keeping me company.” He Lan folded her hands over her chest. “You wouldn’t understand this wonderful feeling.”
Jiang Linxian immediately said, "I will never understand in my entire life."
Helan gave a soft snort.
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Lu Yanhe started a live stream and read "Zizhi Tongjian" (Comprehensive Mirror for Aid in Government).
Although he acted very nonchalant in front of Li Zhibai and Yan Liang, Lu Yanhe realized that he was still somewhat concerned when he was alone.
Despite his strong mental fortitude, Lu Yanhe couldn't shake off the lingering sense of loneliness that came with being completely abandoned.
Why is Zhou Ping'an so indifferent to him?
Lu Yanhe sighed and told himself not to overthink it.
He looked up and suddenly saw that the familiar ID "Beautiful Girl Lanlan" had posted several messages in the live chat.
Lanlan, the beautiful girl: I'm here!
Lanlan, a beautiful girl: She's actually reading "Zizhi Tongjian"!
Lanlan, the pretty girl: Lulu, you look so handsome when you're studying hard!
Lanlan, the pretty girl: Lulu, you're daydreaming! Snap out of it and focus on your studies!
After reading these four comments, Lu Yanhe couldn't help but smile.
Lanlan, the pretty girl: Did you see me speak?
Lu Yanhe typed a reply: Okay, thanks for reminding me, I've come to my senses.
Lanlan, the pretty girl: Keep going, try your best to get into Zhenhua!
Lu Yanhe was taken aback. This statement made him curious and ask: Are you from Zhenhua?
Lanlan, the pretty girl: Yes, junior, quickly call me senior.
Lu Yanhe couldn't help but laugh again.
However, he didn't call her "senior sister," but instead said, "Thank you, I'll continue reading."
The pretty girl Lanlan sent an angry emoji.
Lu Yanhe continued reading.
Calm down, don't let your mind wander.
Now that you've made the decision to take the college entrance exam and get into Yuming or Zhenhua, just focus on achieving that goal. Everything else is just noise and distractions.
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At 11 p.m., Lu Yanhe walked out of his room with a water glass and saw Li Zhibai sitting alone on the living room floor playing games.
"Why is the sound muted?" Lu Yanhe asked, somewhat surprised.
Playing games without voice acting takes away half the fun.
Li Zhibai paused the game and said, "Our room isn't very soundproof, it'll be too noisy if we turn on the sound."
Lu Yanhe held his water glass, hesitated for a moment, and said, "Actually, it's okay if you turn on the sound; it won't bother me."
"Huh? You think I'm worried about bothering you? I'm worried about the neighbors coming to cause trouble for us." Li Zhibai stretched. "But, Lao Lu, you're pretty impressive. You said you'd start studying and you really did, without slacking off at all."
Lu Yanhe smiled and said, "I don't have the luxury of being lazy. As it stands, studying is the only path I can take right now."
“Sigh, Zhou Ping’an is a heartless person.” Li Zhibai said again, “Don’t worry, once Yan Liang and I become famous, we will definitely take you with us and won’t abandon you.”
"You two just need to take care of yourselves. You don't need to put so much pressure on yourselves. I'm fine."
"Why are you being so polite with me?"
"You're welcome, I just... Okay, then when you guys become famous, you should treat me to a few more meals," Lu Yanhe said.
"Treat us to dinner? Ha, do we have to wait until we become famous? Just tell us what you want to eat, and I'll pay."
Li Zhibai suddenly thought of something and asked, "Are you short of money?"
"No, there's nowhere to spend money." Lu Yanhe patted Li Zhibai on the shoulder. "Alright, you keep playing, I'm going back to reading."
“If you need money, just tell me. I don’t have much, but I can lend you small amounts,” Li Zhibai said to Lu Yanhe’s retreating figure.
"Okay." Lu Yanhe gave him an OK sign from behind. "Thanks."
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